What are the different types of heating beds for cats?

Heated beds offer many benefits. Heated beds relieve pain for cats with sore muscles and arthritis. Also, because of the heat, cats feel very comfortable, which makes them sleep well. Finally, heated beds can strengthen the immune system of the cat.

You should invest in a heated cat bed/mat. They are also great for older cats or cats with arthritis. I will send you some links where you can purchase one online.

http://www.catsplay.com/warmwcat.php3

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00061RHO0?ie=UTF8&tag=wvca-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00061RHO0

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002Y1RYM?ie=UTF8&tag=wvca-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0002Y1RYM

This can be a tricky one. Everyone I know has a different solution on how to get a cat to use their own bed; from using catnip to lure them there to taking one of their shirts and placing it in the bed for scent purposes and familiarity. I will send you a video that you may find useful in training your cat to use its own bed. Good luck!

http://www.ehow.com/video_5361741_train-cat-sleep-bed.html

There arelots of different types of heated cat beds. I\'ve seen lots of different shapes,colors, materials etc. You can even personalize your cat bed.

A heated catbed is a cat bed with a heated pad in the base which usually zips inside andprovides heating during cold weather.

I have the perfect solution for you - a radiator hammock cat bed. This bed connects to the radiator in your home giving your cat a comfortable and warm place to rest.

You can buy one at most specialty pet stores or online at one of these locations:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/tag/cat%20radiator%20bed/products

http://www.alphapetonline.co.uk/radiator-hammock-cat-bed/

http://www.ebay.ie/sch/sis.html?_nkw=New+Cat+Bed+Radiator+Hammock+Cats+kitten+Pet+beds

There are several factors to keep in mind when buying a cat bed. First is size. It should be large enough for your cat to stand in and turn around with ease, but snug enough to be cozy and secure for your cat. Second is warmth. Enclosed beds hold the heat in much better than open beds. Comfort should be an obvious factor in bed selection. Lastly, you will need to consider methods of cleaning. Try to get a bed that is machine washable since you will need to clean the bed frequently.

There are a wide variety of cat beds, for the most part you are limited by budget and personal taste. The various types of beds are as follows: wicker baskets, plastic baskets, donut cat beds (my personal favorite), hammocks/radiator beds, and enclosed/igloo beds.

Cats love to be warmand cozy and heated beds provide them that - it's not necessary for a catsgeneral well being but if you like to spoil your cat then it's worth it.